What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana is to drive which costs $270 - $400 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $270 - $400.

How far is it from Dana Point to Tijuana?

The distance between Dana Point and Tijuana is 152 km. The road distance is 134.3 km.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana without a car is to train and bus via Oceanside which takes 5h 34m and costs $600 - $1400.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Dana Point to Tijuana, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Tijuana is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Dana Point to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 599+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Dana Point to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dana Point to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 49m
$467–721
Drive 134.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Tijuanacar 134.3 km
1h 30m
$274–396
Train, bus via Oceanside
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
5h 34m
$606–1,326
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Greyhound US0831 / ...
5h 43m
$586–756

Dana Point to Tijuana by bus and train

35Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

$606Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dana Point to Tijuana.

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Distance: 151.6 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

There is no direct connection from Dana Point to Tijuana. However, you can take the line 91 bus to Camino Capistrano-Old Mission, walk to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, take the train to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, walk to Old Town Station, take the vehicle to San Ysidro Station, then drive to Tijuana. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Del Obispo to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano via Camino Capistrano-Old Mission, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, Oceanside, and Oceanside in around 5h 34m.

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